Category Manager - Diagnostics Full-time Job
9 months ago - Others - DublinJob Details
We are hiring a Category Manager - Diagnostics to join our Global Supplier Management team in our Saint-Priest (Lyon area) office.
Let's talk about the role:
The diagnostics category manager is a part of our global supplier management team, with a specific focus on the global diagnostics portfolio and Third Party Products (3PP). Key deliverables include, but are not limited to, driving category management and operational initiatives; utilizing strategic sourcing and procurement techniques; maintaining supplier relationships, reducing risk, with an emphasis on putting in place long term agreements with diagnostics & 3PP suppliers; and working with internal stakeholders on the strategic direction of the diagnostics & 3PP supply chain.
Let’s talk about the responsibilities:
- The primary objective of Category Management is to develop and drive Category Management plans in alignment with ResMed’s operational and strategic business goals including future product and supply chain needs.
- Develop and manage category strategy hand in hand with stakeholders, as well review and analyse supplier spend to derive useful insights that drive opportunities to consolidate spend and deliver value.
- Demonstrate effective supplier relationships and business review practices to drive innovation, deliver sustainable cost & value, create competitive advantage, and manage business and compliance risks to enhance ResMed business and avoid supply disruption.
- Effectively partner and collaborate across GSA (Global Supplier Alliance) and the wider ResMed business to maximize value from Supplier base, develop and implement Category Strategies and support GSA with delivery of sourcing strategies for projects.
- Initiates and implements projects to reduce costs and streamline/optimise processes.
- Responsible for sourcing and supplying diagnostic solutions, accessories, external services, & 3PP, in line with business needs.
- Focuses on the development and implementation of strategic and operational objectives that help achieve organisational mission. Implements organization strategies through the effective direction and management of employees and resources.
- Frequently interacts with stakeholders to executive level, suppliers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or suppliers and the company.
- Often must lead a cooperative effort among members of a cross-functional project team.
- Coaches team members on performance, provide inputs for performance evaluations and individual development plans.
Let’s talk about qualifications and experience:
Required:
- Minimum of 4 years of related experience in a regulated industry
- English language skills
- Ability to operate with Executive presence.
- Must have strong Category management, Negotiation, and Project management skills
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proven communication skills
- Strong leadership & negotiation skills
- French and/or German language skills
Additional information:
- At Resmed, all employees benefit from a bonus plan, the percentage of which depends on your position within the organisation.
- Working from home flexibility
- You also have access to a referral bonus and to ResMed's preferred shareholding programme
- Competitive benefits (Pension, Long-Term Illness Protection, Health Insurance...)
- Internal career opportunity - joining an international fast-pace and massively growing company
Ok, so what's next?
Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now!